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New Member from Wisconsin
Hello,
New to real estate investing and really looking to learn and grow. Interested in finding buy and hold properties single and Multi-Family.
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Welcome to the vibrant BP community, where you will find like minded individuals committed to REI and also helping others succeed.
Your time on this social media site will be well spent.
You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.
You mentioned an interest in buy and hold with a liking for multifamily units so I added the links below.
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/01/04/how-to-rent-your-house/ (house rental guide)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/07/19/how-to-buy-a-duplex/ (guide to buying a duplex)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/16/how-to-choose-areas-multifamily-deals/ (Choosing multi-family deals)
The bottom line is that you must take action to start.
Don't get bogged down with analysis paralysis. You must take risks, but, ensure that they are calculated risks.
Below are some links to get you started.
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet
- Setting up Keyword Alerts
- How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rules
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/invites
https://www.udemy.com/biggerpockets-real-estate-investing-course/ (video with 64 lectures and approx 6hrs of material)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)
REI books suggested by BPers
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REIs)
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?utm_source=search&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=books (books recommended by BPers)
Before making your 1st REI purchase please visit the link below for some useful tips
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/
Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.
Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars
Lastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.